WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY ITS Training ECAMPUS GETTING STARTED Dawn Hernandez

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ECAMPUSGETTING STARTED

Dawn Hernandez

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this lesson participants will be able to:• Describe the uses of learning module and a folder

as well as the differences between them• Create a web link and identify best display method• Upload a file and identify 3 helpful tips • Create and describe the main components of a

discussion• Create and describe the main components of an

assignment

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LEARNING MODULES & FOLDERS

Learning Modules

• Organize content• Set availability• Table of Contents• Force sequential viewing

Folders

• Organize content• Set availability

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YOUR TURN!!!

You will need to create a learning module and a folder with the specified requirements. Once you have completed the assignment type complete in the text box provided.

Learning Module:• Name: Unit 1 - eCampus Basics• Text: This learning module contains a file, an item and a web link.• Enforce sequential viewing• Select a display after date two weeks from today• Select numbers for hierarchy display

Folder:• Name: Unit 2 - Discussions and Assignments• Text: This folder contains discussions and assignments.• Do not make available to students• Track number of views

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WEB LINK

• Link to external website• Quick access to important resources• Copy & paste URL• Open link in new window• Add to course menu or content page

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YOUR TURN!!!

Create a web link in the Unit 2 folder you created in unit 1 using the following information.• Name: Blackboard Help• URL: http://help.blackboard.com/en-us/

Learn/9.1_SP_14/Instructor• Description: Must have the

following editing: bold, hyperlink and a YouTube mashup.

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FILE

• Any file type• Upload file first• Use an easy recognizable name• Maximum file

size = 20mb• PDF files display

on screen

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YOUR TURN!!!

Create a file in the Unit 1 learning module you created in unit 1, use the following information to upload the file and upload the file attached to the assignment.• Name: Learning Modules and Folder

Basics• Color: 00386b

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ITEM

• Create an on screen WYSWYG• Displays like a web page• Incorporate files, images and videos

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YOUR TURN!!!

Create an item in the unit 1 learning module you created. Use the following information.• Name: Item • Text: Must include the following editing

marks: italic, block style paragraph and a picture.

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DISCUSSIONS

• Asynchronous collaboration• Grade or ungraded• Anonymous • Force posting prior to responding

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YOUR TURN!!!

Create a discussion forum link in the unit 2 folder you created using the

following information.• Name: Introduction Forum• Description: Must include the following

editing: attach a file, use the record from webcam and change the color of the text.

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ASSIGNMENTS

• Group or individual• Attach files w/ requirements• Optional rubric attachment• Easily provide due date• Single or multiple attempts• Grade center column automatically

created

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YOUR TURN!!!

Create an assignment in the unit 2 folder using the following information.• Name: Assignment 1• Instructions: Provide a detailed

description of the requirements necessary to receive full credit. you may include any editing or attachments.

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SUPPORT

• Workshop Handouts - http://it.wvu.edu/services/training/ecampus/getting-started

• eCampus Resources - http://ecampusinfo.wvu.edu/

• Blackboard Help - http://help.blackboard.com/en-us/Learn/9.1_SP_14/Instructor

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QUESTIONS/COMMENTS